A huge, rocky region that curves around Hudson Bay like a giant horseshoe. This area is filled with substantial deposits of nickel, gold, silver, and copper.

North America's most important shipping route, connecting the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean, improving transportation, international relations and trade.

A group of three waterfalls spanning the border of Ontario and New York, which is a key source for hydroelectric power.

A seasonal warm wind that blows down the Rockies in late winter and early spring, melting the snow.

Huge oil reserves found in the prairie province of Alberta.

One of the world's richest fishing grounds, located southeast of Newfoundland.

The indigenous people of Canada, before the arrival of European settlers.

Passed by the British parliament in 1774, this restored French religion, language, and laws in parts of Canada.

A partially self-governing country with close ties to another country.

Largest city in Canada

Capital of Canada

This territory was created by the Canadian government for the indigenous Inuit people to govern themselves.

The head of Canada's government

The lawmaking body of Canada's government.

To speak two different languages.

Canada's highest mountain peak.

A cold, dry climate found immediately outside the Arctic Circle.

Climate with short, warm summers and long winters, typically found in landlocked areas.

A climate moderated by proximity to oceans or large seas. It is usually cool, cloudy, and wet; found on Canada's east coast.